Find Your Golf Community

Get Started With The MGA

Your Path Into The Game

Whether you want to establish a Handicap Index®, compete, join events, or simply play more golf, the MGA makes it easy to get connected.

Get a Handicap Index

Join an MGA member club or eClub, post your scores, and establish your Handicap Index.

Play in Events

Access championships, Play Days, clinics, and special events across the Met Area. 

Grow Your Game

Discover clinics, junior programs, women’s golf opportunities, and community events.

Play, Connect, Compete

Featured Ways To Play

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Play Days

Casual, welcoming rounds designed to help golfers of all levels enjoy the game, meet new playing partners, and experience courses throughout the Metropolitan Area.

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Women’s Golf

Supportive programming and events that help women connect, build confidence, and enjoy more opportunities to play and grow in the game.

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Junior Golf

Engaging programs and competitions that introduce young players to golf, develop skills, and inspire the next generation of golfers.

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Competitions

A wide range of championships that allow golfers to test their skills, compete fairly, and experience the spirit of the game.

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Adaptive Golf

Inclusive clinics, events, and hands-on instruction that help individuals of all abilities build confidence, learn new skills, and experience the game in a supportive environment.

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Resources

Helpful tools, guides, and services that support golfers at every level in playing, improving, and staying connected to the game.

Everything You Need To Play More Golf

How Membership Works

Join a Member Club

Public, private, and eClub options are available.

Activate Your GHIN Account

Track scores and maintain your Handicap Index®.

Start Playing

Enter events, join programs, and connect with the MGA golf community.

MGA Membership Benefits

The Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) connects golfers of all levels to a vibrant community and the tools they need to enjoy the game. Membership includes a trusted Handicap Index®, opportunities to compete and play recreationally, and resources that make it easier to improve and stay engaged year-round.

Official Handicap Index®

Access to MGA Events & Championships

A Connected Golf Community

MyMGA App for On-the-Go Access

Competitive & Recreational Play Opportunities

Exclusive Member Resources & Benefits